SBO Dispatch: Renewable energy's future on Mt. Hood + Top execs sound off to SBO

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August 20, 2013

Top Stories ReCharge 2013: Focus the Nation trains green business's best and brightest The future of sustainability took center stage last week in a rustic lodge nestled within Mt. Hood's formidable shadow.   ReCharge 2013: This year's models, sustainability's future (Photos) For the last three years, Focus the Nation has gathered sustainably minded students and conveyed ways those students can spread the renewable energy gospel.   SBO Roundtable: Let's boost attention to building operations (Photos) Our Sustainable Business Oregon roundtables have become a deep source of enlightenment for participants and observers alike.   Hales, state in apparent carbon tax race Portland Mayor Charlie Hales wants to know whether his constituents want a carbon tax.   Connect with us More Headlines Fisheries: Coal facilities would threaten salmon Made to order: Meal delivery service expands to Oregon Former Earth Advantage chief takes The Climate Trust's helm Have a take on the CRC? Here's a platform Northwest coal debate makes NYT front page Metro community grants include several green provisions

This week's SBO poll Are you planning to participate in September's Bike Commute Challenge? Green Jobs Data Analyst - Planning, Energy Trust of Oregon Registration Coordinator, Social Enterprises Parks and Natural Areas Planning Manager, Metro Director of Utilities Services, University of Oregon Software Implementation & Support Analyst, DNV KEMA Energy & Sustainability Event Calendar Featured Event: SBO Network at OMSI Join us for an evening of drinks and conversation at OMSI's renewable energy exhibit. SBO Network is a fun opportunity to connect with sustainable business professionals and green team leaders. September 17 | $25  Register here >>    Aug. 25: Green Spot at Sunday Parkways in Southeast Portland Aug. 26: Solar Oregon's Solar Now! University conference Sept. 6: BESThq's ReCONNECT Sept. 11: The Emerging Smart Grid & Tour of Salem Smart Power Center Sept. 12: Oregon BEST FEST View full calendar

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